Monthly Archives: April 2006

To the Editor: Just when you think that the lies about the “why and wherefore” of the war against terror can’t get any worse, six (out of about 47,000) retired Generals have sunk to a new low. These attacks have … Continue reading →

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The Randall/Cushing/Little Elk Lions want to thank Ballou Plumbing and Heating, Burger King, Gosch’s Store, McDonalds, Northland Drilling and the Randall Cushing Lions for their support of our Easter Egg Hunt.—Randall/Cushing/Little Elk Lions.

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Thank you all very much.—Morrison County Food Shelf board and commission members.

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I would like to thank the people who took the time to gather on such a beautiful Sunday afternoon to recognize my wrestling coaching career. The cards and gifts are much appreciated. The plaque from the letter club, the gift certificate from my wrestlers, the videos, and the beautiful Redlin print all will find special places in my home and my heart. A special thank you to the ladies of the wrestling club, Lynn E., Lynn B., Brenda, Linda, Betty, Wendy, and others who helped plan and organize this special day. I am always humbled at the support and generosity that this community has extended to me and my family. With heartfelt thanks—Mark Jensen, Pierz Wrestling Coach.

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Thank you so much for the well-written article by Tina Snell highlighting the outstanding volunteer work done by Noonie Boldon and Sandy Morse at St. Gabriel’s Hospital Gift Shop. Those two women are dedicated to creating a great place to shop and make the other gift shop volunteers feel much appreciated. The auxiliary would not be successful without the leadership of these two volunteers. Thank you, again, for recognizing them.—Lucy Tanner, president of St. Gabriel’s Hospital Auxiliary.

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On behalf of the Franciscan Sisters of Little Falls, we wish to thank the 105 sisters and volunteers who helped at the spaghetti supper fund-raiser on April 22 at St. Francis Convent. Individuals and businesses who contributed are also greatly appreciated! Thanks, also, to the many guests who came to enjoy the supper. Funds raised will benefit scholarships at St. Francis Health and Recreation Center. Thanks for your support!—Jennifer Basch, Franciscan Sisters Volunteer Coordinator.

By Don Heinzman Prom and graduation are times when research says high school students are going to attend parties and drink alcoholic beverages. One student says flatly that an after-prom party is no different than other parties when most kids … Continue reading →

By Lorae Vardas Superintendent George Weber is assured another two years as chief administrator of the Pierz School District. Without discussion, the school board on Wednesday night approved a multi-year contract that will pay Weber $110,000 for the 2006-2007 school … Continue reading →

Monday, May 1, 2006 Actor Glenn Ford’s birthday, 1916 • AA and Al-Anon meetings, Motley United Methodist Church, 8 – 9 p.m. • Dual Disorder Support Group, Drop In Center, Little Falls, 1 – 3 p.m. • Separated/Divorced Support Group, … Continue reading →

Fifteen cities in Morrison County received $1,000 plus $2 per resident from the county to aid their clean-up days, recycling program improvements and yard waste management … Don’s Food Pride employee Gloria Swan was named the Little Falls Chamber of … Continue reading →

By Chris Schafer LITTLE FALLS — Say this for the Flyers, they had their chances. Playing a talented Brainerd team on April 25, Little Falls had three chances to climb ahead of Brainerd, win the game and dethrone the Warriors. … Continue reading →

Former Little Falls Lutheran Care Center Administrator Darrel Schwartz and Assistant Administrator Kathleen Schwartz were sentenced to federal prison earlier this month for embezzling funds from the center. Continue reading →

The keynote speaker of the 14th annual “Take Back the Night” event, Jayne Hanson of Walker, knows first-hand the devastating effects of sexual violence. Not only the effects on the victim, but on the other people in the their lives. Continue reading →

The keynote speaker of the 14th annual “Take Back the Night” event, Jayne Hanson of Walker, knows first-hand the devastating effects of sexual violence. Not only the effects on the victim, but on the other people in the their lives. Continue reading →

By Jody Scott-Olson Correspondent By unanimous decision the Upsala school board voted to approve the contract of Tim Pahl, the new K-12 Principal. Pahl, originally from Hancock, graduated from the U of M – Morris with a major in social … Continue reading →

Charlie Brown, a resident of Cass Lake, formerly of Swanville, died April 25, 2006, at his home in Cass Lake. Continue reading →

Ryan L. Monson and Amy B. Welle.

Carl J. Mrosla and Stacey L. VanScoik, both of Royalton.

Honors List The following students have been named to the honors list at their colleges. Rasmussen College — St. Cloud’s Dean’s List — Annamarie Albrecht, Cassandra Atkinson, Michael Benson, Tabitha Chandler, Jennine Engen, Trisha Greschwill, Kristine Gruber, Hayley Haehn, Melissa … Continue reading →

By Chris Schafer RANDALL — The Cubs trailed the Range Miners 3-0 in the bottom of the eighth inning before rallying to win the game 4-3 on April 22. Matt Martin carried the Cubs in the ninth, knocking in the … Continue reading →

By Chris Schafer PILLAGER — Royalton’s Valerie Fuchs won the long jump, the 100 meters and the 200 meters as the Royalton girls team finished in fifth place at the Pillager Invitational April 20. The Royals’ boys team took eighth … Continue reading →

By Chris Schafer While the eastern portion of the Morrison County Soo Line trail is currently open to public use, a plan is in the works to make the western side accessible as well. The west side in question is … Continue reading →

By Chris Schafer ROYALTON — The Royals surrendered only one walk compared to 10 walks yielded by the Bulldogs. Eight of the 10 runs scored by the Royals were runners that reached first base due to a walk. Leslie Warzecha … Continue reading →

PIERZ — In some regards the track meet held April 21 in Pierz and labeled the Pioneer Invite is just that, an invitation. The team will invite its competitiors to participate in the events, enjoy the well-kept Pierz facilities and … Continue reading →

By Chris Schafer WILLMAR — The Little Falls golf team placed fourth in a 10-team field competing at Eagle Creek Golf Club on April 20. Alexandria was the overall champion with a stroke total of 298. Little Falls finished with … Continue reading →

By Chris Schafer The National Center for Health Statistics is interested in the health of Morrison County residents. At the Morrison County Commissioners’ April 25 meeting, Public Health Director, Kirsten Hoese, informed the board that Morrison County has been selected … Continue reading →

By Chris Schafer MELROSE — Dustin Monson pitched a complete game yielding only four hits and one run as Pierz defeated Melrose 7-1 on April 21. In addition to picking up the pitching victory Monson also went 2-2 with a … Continue reading →

Peyton Wagner Peyton Maxwell Wagner was born to Tina and Doug Wagner of Royalton on April 14, 2006, at 3:09 p.m. He weighed 7 pounds, 7 ounces and was 19 inches long. Grandparents are Dave and Janet Reis of Bowlus … Continue reading →

Senator Paul Koering and his challenger, Kevin Goedker, a realtor from the Brainerd area, sat through seven ballot counts before a winner of the Republican endorsement for the District 12 senate seat was announced. Leading through all the ballots and … Continue reading →

The following people, charged with a felony or gross misdemeanor level crime in Morrison County District Court, have recently been sentenced: • Ralph Robert Allord, 50, Little Falls—Convicted of one gross misdemeanor count of possessing fish over the limit. Allord … Continue reading →

Charged in Morrison County District Court with gross misdemeanor crimes recently were: • Daniel Joseph Leddige, 42, Holdingford—In connection with a March 17 incident, Leddige has been charged with two counts of third degree driving while impaired. • Lonnie Lee … Continue reading →